Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 714230

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: May 28, 2012
Submitted by: edenny
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to porch light, warm evening about 10 pm
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 28, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Massachusetts, Hampshire County

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